Varicella Virus Vaccine Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 1, 2023.
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Varicella-Zoster - Prophylaxis
0.5 mL (1 dose), subcutaneously into the deltoid or anterolateral thigh
Comments:
- Administer 2 doses, a minimum of 4 weeks apart
Use: Active immunization for the prevention of varicella in individuals 12 months of age and older
Usual Pediatric Dose for Varicella-Zoster - Prophylaxis
0.5 mL (1 dose), subcutaneously into the deltoid or anterolateral thigh
Comments:
- Children under 13 years old: if giving a second dose, separate doses by a minimum of 3 months.
- Children 13 years and older: administer 2 doses, a minimum of 4 weeks apart.
Use: Active immunization for the prevention of varicella in individuals 12 months of age and older
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients including gelatin
- Anaphylactoid reaction to neomycin (each dose contains trace quantities of neomycin)
- Blood dyscrasias, leukemia,
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 1 year.
To report suspected adverse reactions, contact the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) at: https://vaers.hhs.gov
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- Do not administer intravenously or intramuscularly.
- Administer immediately after reconstitution.
IV compatibility:
- Do not mix with other vaccines in the same syringe.
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